Sandfly (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sandfly (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 23.534 N,5 10.062 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.392233
  • Longitude: -5.167700
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SANDFLY (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 33
Tonnage Type net
Cargo sand
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 21, 2011

Surveying Details

H5674/18 30.9.18 H5674/18 30.9.18 WRECK OF SUNKEN VESSEL SHOWING 3FT ABOVE WATER 3-4C W BY N 0.5N OFF CARTERS ROCKS. (SNO PENZANCE AN 1207/18). GIVES POSN 502330N, 051000W APPROX. CHART AS WK [OLD SYMBOL]. BELIEVED TO BE SANDFLY DESPITE DATE DISCREPANCY. SEE [16501]. H2537/28 27.8.28 H2537/28 & H4337/28 27.8.28 NOW CHARTED AS DW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BA 2565. 5.1.72 5.1.72 NOW CHARTED AS NDW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1149. H2959/73 24.10.73 H2959/73 24.10.73 BELIEVED TO BE WK IN 502330N, 051000W. (E GILES). NCA. 4.5.78 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS DW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1178. 21.11.11 21.11.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). SEABED FISSURED ROCK. DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1898. SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE HAYLE FOR LLANELLI. SPRANG A SERIOUS LEAK AND FOUNDERED CLOSE TO KELSEY HEAD. SOME 15 FEET OF MAST VISIBLE. CREW LANDED AT NEWQUAY. (CORNISH SHIPWRECKS - NORTH COAST & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 23.534 N,5 10.062 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) was carrying sand.

What was the tonnage of the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY)?

The SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 33 tons.

What type of wreck is the SANDFLY (POSSIBLY)?

The SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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